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A comforting and quick Indian egg curry where fluffy omelette pieces are simmered in a savory onion-tomato gravy. Perfect for a weeknight meal with rice or rotis, ready in under 30 minutes!
For 4 servings
Prepare the Omelette Batter
Cook and Cut the Omelette
Start the Gravy Base
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A comforting and quick Indian egg curry where fluffy omelette pieces are simmered in a savory onion-tomato gravy. Perfect for a weeknight meal with rice or rotis, ready in under 30 minutes!
This indian recipe takes 30 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 307.8 calories per serving with 12.19g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Cook the Masala
Simmer the Curry
Garnish and Serve
Add 1/2 cup of green peas or par-boiled potato cubes to the gravy along with the water and cook until tender before adding the omelette pieces.
Increase the number of green chilies or add a slit green chili to the oil along with the cumin seeds for extra heat.
Add 1/2 teaspoon of amchur (dry mango powder) along with the garam masala for a subtle tangy flavor.
Finish the curry with a dollop of fresh cream or butter and a sprinkle of crushed kasuri methi for a richer, restaurant-style taste.
Eggs are a complete protein source, providing all the essential amino acids necessary for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function.
Cooked tomatoes are a great source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage. Spices like turmeric also have anti-inflammatory properties.
This dish offers a range of vitamins. Eggs are rich in Vitamin D and B12, while onions and coriander provide Vitamin C and K.
One serving of Omelette Tarkari contains approximately 320-380 calories, depending on the amount of oil used and the size of the eggs.
Yes, it can be a healthy dish. It's an excellent source of protein from eggs. To make it healthier, you can reduce the amount of oil used in cooking.
You can prepare the gravy in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Cook the omelette fresh and add it to the reheated gravy just before serving for the best texture.
This curry pairs wonderfully with Indian breads like roti, chapati, naan, or paratha. It also goes very well with steamed basmati rice or jeera rice.
Absolutely! Using hard-boiled eggs (halved or whole) instead of omelette pieces will turn this dish into a classic Anda Curry (Egg Curry), which is equally delicious.
To thicken the gravy, you can simmer it for a longer time uncovered to reduce the liquid. Alternatively, you can add a paste of 1 tablespoon of roasted gram flour (besan) mixed with water while cooking the masala.